Speech soundbite - Canadian PM Justin Trudeau awarded honorary degree from Edinburgh University

Speech soundbite - Canadian PM Justin Trudeau awarded honorary degree from Edinburgh University

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The speaker addresses the graduating class of 2017, acknowledging their excitement and nervousness about entering the real world. They discuss common concerns such as finding a job, housing, and the uncertainty of the future. The speaker emphasizes that it's normal not to have everything figured out and highlights the privilege of youth, encouraging graduates to embrace change and explore different paths. They stress that there is no single right path, only individual paths, and urge graduates to pursue their chosen paths with passion, purpose, and excellence, while surrounding themselves with supportive people.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What emotions does the speaker acknowledge the graduates might be feeling as they enter the real world?

Excitement and confidence

Nervousness and fear

Excitement and nervousness

Confidence and certainty

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

According to the speaker, what is the privilege of being young?

Being able to try different things

Having a stable career

Knowing exactly what to do

Having financial security

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What does the speaker suggest about the concept of a 'right path'?

The right path is predetermined

The right path is the one with the least resistance

There is no right path, only your path

There is only one right path for everyone

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What advice does the speaker give about pursuing one's chosen path?

Do it without any help

Do it only if it's easy

Do it with your whole heart

Do it with hesitation

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What does the speaker encourage graduates to do when their responsibilities are few?

Focus only on financial stability

Settle for what's comfortable

Dream bigger and push harder

Avoid taking risks